Seismographs
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 9015.80.60.00
Geometrics Geode EM-16 VLF Seismograph
The Geometrics Geode EM-16 VLF is a portable seismograph designed for geophysical surveys, recording ground vibrations and electromagnetic signals to detect subsurface structures. It falls under HTS 9015.80.60.00 as a specialized geophysical instrument specifically classified as a seismograph for earthquake and seismic activity monitoring.
Nanometrics Trillium 120PA Seismograph
The Nanometrics Trillium 120PA is a broadband seismograph with posthole deployment capability, capturing seismic waves across wide frequency ranges for earthquake monitoring and research. Classified under HTS 9015.80.60.00 due to its specific design as a seismograph for geophysical applications.
Kinemetrics Altus-K2 Strong Motion Seismograph
The Kinemetrics Altus-K2 is a strong-motion seismograph engineered for recording high-amplitude ground accelerations during earthquakes in structural monitoring applications. It qualifies under HTS 9015.80.60.00 as a seismograph specifically for geophysical and seismic event detection.
Reftek RT 130-01 Seismograph Recorder
The Reftek RT 130-01 is a compact, rugged seismograph recorder used in temporary seismic networks for high-fidelity earthquake data collection in field deployments. It is classified under HTS 9015.80.60.00 for its role as a dedicated seismograph in geophysical surveys.
Guralp CMG-6T Seismometer with Digitizer
The Guralp CMG-6T combines a triaxial seismometer with integrated digitizer for very broadband seismic recording in permanent observatory installations. Falls under HTS 9015.80.60.00 as a complete seismograph system for geophysical monitoring.
Sisgeo DigiSeis Digital Seismograph
The Sisgeo DigiSeis is a digital seismograph for geotechnical applications, monitoring vibrations from blasting, piling, and traffic in civil engineering projects. Classified in HTS 9015.80.60.00 for its seismograph function in geophysical monitoring.
Instantel Micromate Seismograph
The Instantel Micromate is a lightweight, battery-powered seismograph for real-time blast and construction vibration monitoring with wireless data transmission. It is specifically classified under HTS 9015.80.60.00 as a seismograph for geophysical applications.